Hi,

I saw an oscillating spindle sander at HF that looked very
reasonable, given the under $100 price. The table was fixed (only do
90 degrees unless you build a jig for it), but it seemed pretty
sturdy, with what appears to be an all-metal body. Anyone have one
that they'd share some comments on? I figure the $100 investment
might by me a few more years on my drill press, which I've been using
with a drum-sanding attachment (the side-pressure can't be too good
for the spindle).

Tom wrote:
Hi,

I saw an oscillating spindle sander at HF that looked very
reasonable, given the under $100 price. The table was fixed (only do
90 degrees unless you build a jig for it), but it seemed pretty
sturdy, with what appears to be an all-metal body. Anyone have one
that they'd share some comments on? I figure the $100 investment
might by me a few more years on my drill press, which I've been using
with a drum-sanding attachment (the side-pressure can't be too good
for the spindle).

I've had one for a year or so...occasional use but quite pleased with
it...previously for curves I used a drum on a radial arm saw , the end of a
small stationary belt sander and a drill press and much prefer the Harbor
Freight....Rod

On Jan 14, 10:11*pm, Tom wrote:


I waited until the local HBF store had one in stock. I was pleasantly
surprised, it had a solid base, seemed sturdy and was heavier than I
expected. I decided to buy it there. Yes, the table is fixed. and
compared to my "drill press" spindle attachment, it's great. I'm
pleased with it.

Watch for it to go on-sale (it's $89.99 right now in the latest
flyer). I used one of their 15% off coupon, I paid $80.00. At that
price, it's a deal.

Good Luck,

dk

Tom wrote:
Hi,

I saw an oscillating spindle sander at HF that looked very
reasonable, given the under $100 price. The table was fixed (only do
90 degrees unless you build a jig for it), but it seemed pretty
sturdy, with what appears to be an all-metal body. Anyone have one
that they'd share some comments on? I figure the $100 investment
might by me a few more years on my drill press, which I've been using
with a drum-sanding attachment (the side-pressure can't be too good
for the spindle).


Looks very much like the Ryobi unit that I've been using for about four
years. I love it, but I think maybe the motor is starting to die - it
changes speeds spontaneously occasionally. I paid $95 for mine, IIRC.

--Steve

Steve wrote:
Hi,

Looks very much like the Ryobi unit that I've been using for about four
years. I love it, ...

I also have the Ryobi and this HF unit looks similar. My spindle isn't
completely square to the table either, only to about 1/3 of the surface. I
marked the area that it's square and it works fine. This HF unit looks like a
good value for the price.

Cheers

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